Russia is the largest market for Chinese cars outside the People's Republic. However, things will be challenging for Chinese car manufacturers in the future as the Russian government has started to push back against these exports.
By Christian Domke Seidel
Hong Kong's wealthiest man has sold his ports along the Panama Canal to appease Trump. The unusual move fits in well with the 96-year-old's business strategy: He has mastered the balancing act between relations with Beijing and his global economic interests.
By Redaktion Table
Washington's trade policy drives Brussels into Beijing's arms – but genuine rapprochement looks different. China's overcapacity remains a problem, new trade defense proceedings are piling up, and no restart of the CAI investment agreement is in sight.
By Amelie Richter
Former ambassador Wu Ken sees an opportunity for Sino-German relations in a Merz government. He is critical of the current government's China strategy, saying that it hinders the further development of economic relations.
By Emily Kossak
Trump plans to issue a US executive order demanding port fees from ships that have a connection to China. This would affect all shipping companies worldwide that use Chinese-built freighters.
By Ning Wang
Beijing imposed retaliatory tariffs on agricultural and food products from Canada. Even if the timing of the measures seems delayed, it is strategically sound.
By Ning Wang
From security guarantees and peacekeeping troops to rebuilding: China has signaled its willingness to mediate in the Ukraine conflict. However, this support is primarily based on strategic considerations.
By Angela Köckritz
For the first time in 13 months, consumer prices in China have fallen again significantly and thus more sharply than expected. In February, the Consumer Price Index fell by 0.7 percent year-over-year.
By Ning Wang
Iran announced a joint naval exercise with China and Russia. The recurring drills could cause concern for the West.
By Ning Wang
China's Chamber of Commerce has reacted with concern to the EU's Automotive Action Plan. It fears that the measure would jeopardize short-term sales.
By Manuel Changming Liu
